1.5% and Mitsubishi 26.9%. Among Korean brands, Hyundai slipped 2.0% for a second monthly decline, while Kia rose 2.7%, extending its streak of y/y gains to five months. Hyundai’s HVs sales jumped about 42%, while demand for the Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 EVs slumped roughly 56%. Kia saw similar trends: EV9 and EV6 volume dropped about 57%, while the K5 midsize sedan, Sportage compact SUV and minivan Carnival posted double-digit gains. European automa...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

. The customer enrolment will start at the end of 2025. The V2G service uses bidirectional charging for Hyundai and Kia vehicles, allowing customers to automatically charge during cheaper hours and sell extra energy back to the grid during peak times. The service will be initially available for Kia EV9 and Hyundai IONIQ 9, with plans to expand coverage to other EV models. In Korea, Hyundai will launch the country’s first V2G pilot service on Je...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/01

new features such as HDA (Highway Driving Assist) 2 and RSPA (Remote Smart Parking Assist) is available as well. Also on display were vehicle models such as the EV5 Weekender concept vehicle, the Seltos, the K5, and the Carnival. Developed for outdoor enthusiasts, the Weekender lineup now spans the EV9, PV5, and Tasman models. The EV5 Weekender, the 4th model, is designed by Kia’s Chinese design team. The EV5 Weekender adopts specially designe...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/01

Dana Motors presents new CNG and electric vehicles in Nigeria On November 23, multiple sources reported that Dana Motors Limited presented several electric and CNG-powered vehicles at the Abuja International Motor Fair 2025. It has presented the latest Kia models, such as EV9, EV5, MPVs, etc. It is now focusing on the localization of the supply chain and further assembly of Kia vehicles in Nigeria.  Based on Kia Nigeria social media updates/ mul...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/24

Kia indefinitely delays EV9 GT for U.S. market On November 17, Kia confirmed that the EV9 GT has officially been “delayed until further notice”. The sporty electric SUV had its U.S. debut at the 2024 LA Auto Show last November. Kia said the delay is due to “changing market conditions.” The EV9 GT is the second EV Kia has put on hold indefinitely, following the EV4, the brand’s first electric sedan. Like most OEMs, Kia is adjusting to th...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

ll, with a wheelbase stretched by nearly three inches and a height increase of one inch. The Telluride is built in West Point, Georgia. The exterior has broad hood with clean, straight lines, while the vertical headlamps frame the high-gloss grille. Flush door handles, as offered on the Kia EV6 and EV9 models, lend to a clean and modern appearance. The Telluride X-Pro has blacked-out trim, all-terrain tires and 9.1 inches of ground clearance. Due...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/11

r-year increases. Kia's sales increased 0.1%, setting a record for October, and marking its fourth consecutive month of year-over-year growth. Following a backlash from September, Hyundai's EV Ioniq 5 sales were down 63% and the Ioniq 6 sales were down 52%. Kia's EVs also saw a 66% decrease for the EV9 and a 71% decrease for the EV6. Hyundai's Genesis brand saw its 13th consecutive month of year-over-year growth. European car sales in October wer...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/04

Kia expands charge service to 1 million points across Europe with enhanced EV app features On October 20, Kia announced that its Charge service, now offering access to one million charging points across 27 European countries, including over 55,000 in UK. The expansion makes charging easier and more reliable for drivers of Kia’s electric models such as EV3, EV4, EV5, EV6, EV9, and PV5. The new Kia App simplifies charging by combining Kia Connect...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/22

and billing at compatible charging stations – eliminating the need for supplemental apps, cards, or additional steps at the charger. Plug & Charge joins the Kia Connect suite of services and will be available for eligible 2025 EV6 vehicles by the end of September and in Q4-2025 for eligible 2026 EV9 vehicles.  (Kia release on September 25, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/27

268 km and the FIAT 340 km; in winter, the models dropped to 184 km and 225 km respectively. Citroën ë-C3 scored 91% (5 stars), while gasoline models such as Hyundai i20 scored 60% (3.5 stars) and BMW 1 Series scored 59% (3 stars), which is lower but still performed well for combustion cars. Kia EV9 SUV with a 100 kWh battery, scored 56% (3 stars) in Green NCAP’s Sustainability Rating. Its 2.7-ton weight raises production emissions, reduces ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

uropean public under the theme “Windows of Inspiration.” The brand aims to reaffirm its commitment to sustainable mobility and strengthen its presence in Europe’s growing EV market. Visitors will have the chance to test drive several models, including the EV3, the new EV6, the EV6 GT, and the EV9. The exhibition highlights the Kia EV5, a C-SUV designed for Europe’s most competitive segment. It offers up to 329 miles of range, 30-minute fa...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

The Concept EV2, a B segment SUV, previewing a production model launching in 2026.  The EV4 expands the C-segment lineup with up to 625 km range and fast-charging from 10 to 80% in 31 minutes.  The Performance models, including the EV6 GT, delivering 650 PS and 0-100 kmph in 3.5 seconds, and the EV9 GT, devering 508 PS, 0-100 kmph in 4.6 seconds.  Kia’s PV5, entering the Light Commercial Vehicle market, offers a flexible 5–7 seat passenge...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

Hyundai Mobis to join IAA Mobility 2025 in Germany Hyundai Mobis Ltd. (Hyundai Mobis) announced that it will participate in the IAA Mobility 2025 to be held from September 9 to 12, 2025, in Munich, Germany. First of all, in the public space, the company will exhibit Kia Corporation's flagship electric vehicle (EV), the EV9, equipped with Hyundai Mobis' Holographic Windshield Display, or holographic head-up displays (HUD). The holographic HUD is a...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

Kia unveils all-electric EV5 SUV in Korea, global launch set for 2025 On July 8, Kia launched the Kia EV5, a fully electric C-segment SUV, joining the Kia’s expanding EV lineup, which includes the EV3, EV4, EV6, and EV9. The new Kia EV5, built on Hyundai’s electric vehicle (EV) architecture, measures 4,610 mm in length, 1,875 mm in width, and 1,675 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. It is offered with two nickel-cobalt-manganese (NCM...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

Kia UK reveals pricing and specs for EV6 GT and EV9 GT On June 18, Kia UK announced the official pricing and specifications for the new EV6 GT and EV9 GT. The EV9 GT is a dual-motor, all-wheel drive electric vehicle, which offers 502 bhp power and 740 Nm of torque. The vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in just 4.6 seconds and reach a top speed of 136 mph. It is powered by a 99.8 kWh battery which offers a WLTP combined range of up to 280 m...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

and maintains stability during long-distance and high-speed driving, thereby reducing the driver's fatigue. It is also designed to retain tread performance even after 50% wear. Nexen Tire supplies original equipment (OE) tires for key models in Kia’s EV series, including the EV3, the EV6, and the EV9, in addition to the EV4. (From a press release on May 28, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

ad distribution for better grip and stability. Additionally, its tread design keeps performing well even after 50% wear, and the aerodynamic sidewall reduces air resistance to boost energy efficiency. Nexen Tire now supplies OE tires for key models in Kia’s EV series, including EV3, EV4, EV6, and EV9. Based on Nexen Tire press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

energy regeneration. The EV3 boasts clean lines, vertical LED headlights, and a digital grille. Its minimalist, functional interior includes a panoramic screen of over 30 inches that integrates the digital instrument panel and infotainment system. Built on the EGMP platform, shared with the EV6 and EV9, the EV3 delivers a low center of gravity and enhanced stability. It also includes a robust suite of ADAS features such as automatic emergency bra...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

Kia EV6, EV9, Niro owners gain access to Tesla Superchargers in U.S. On April 24, Kia America announced that owners of its EV now have access to the more than 21,500 DC fast chargers within the Tesla Supercharger network. With access to the Tesla Supercharger network, Kia expands its number of charging stations in the U.S. by more than 80%. With more than 22,000 accessible DC fast chargers already online in other networks, Kia EV owners now can c...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/26

ion Cockpit (ccNC) can receive these updates. The AI Assistant is already standard in the Kia K4 in the U.S. and the Kia EV3 in Korea. European EV3 models built from March 2025 onwards will feature Kia’s AI Assistant as standard. It will later expand to other ccNC-equipped models such as the EV6, EV9, and Sorento in the UK. From March 2025, all new European EV3s will come with the AI Assistant as standard, and older models will get it via OTA u...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18